Field Service Technician - Essex County

Field Service Technician

The Field Service Technician MUST live a commutable distance to Essex County, New York. The Public Safety customers are located in the northern part of the New York.

Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative maintenance routines to ensure proper system operation with focus on trend analysis and documentation of results
• Develop solutions to difficult technical problems encountered as part of system maintenance, upgrades or support issues
• Continuous training in the latest technologies and troubleshooting techniques
• Team with Engineering, Project Management and Sales personnel to effectively maintain, optimize and support advanced communication systems which meet or exceed customer expectations
• Optimize and support complex communication systems and software applications, including advanced troubleshooting of software driven electronics, provisioning of communication system infrastructure and performance optimization of RF and Broadband systems.
• Maintain, optimize, test and document complex communications systems.
• Provide weekly reports of activities and accomplishments
• Deliver knowledge of R.F. systems, such as transmitters, receivers, and antenna networks
• Deliver knowledge in standard telephony and dedicated data circuits, and packet switching techniques

Specific Knowledge/Skills:

• 2 year Associate Degree in Electronics or IT (preferred), or equivalent on-the-job experience
• Security +, CompTIA or related certificate is highly desirable
• Proficient in computer network installation, configuration and maintenance systems to include cabling, routers, switches, firewalls and bridges.
• Knowledge of wired communications systems, such as local area networks (LAN) and wide area networks (WAN)
• Experience with logging recording systems, RF interfaces, wired/wireless communications systems and networking equipment
• Computer literate with proficiency in Google Suite, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access
• Strong self-management skills and "people" skills to work closely with Motorola's customers and subcontractor (MSS) community, as well as Motorola Sales, Engineering, Project Management, and customer service teams
• Self-motivated and self-managed to perform the required duties at a distance from direct supervision
• Must be able to solve customer problems quickly during stressful situations

Candidate Requirements:

• Must be able to obtain background clearance as required by government customer.
• Must reside in northern New York or be willing to commute to Public Safety customers located in Essex County, New York
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Must have a current, valid driver's license and no traffic violations.
• Must be willing to travel 30% of the time as needed.

Basic Requirements:

• 2+ years experience in one of the following: LMR, RF systems, Radio Communications, Radio Frequency, Motorola equipment, Wired/Wireless Communication Systems, IT Systems, Telecommunications, Public Safety, Engineering, Networking equipment or Military experience.
• Must be able to obtain background clearance as required by government customer.

Travel Requirements: 25-50%

Relocation Provided: None

Position Type: Experienced

Referral Payment Plan: Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.